VACEXT Replacement Vacuum Attachments & Brushes plus Universal Adapter Kit Compatible with Shop Vacs 2-1/4'' 1-7/8'' 1-3/8'' 1-1/4 Inch- Flexible Vacuum Crevice Attachment Tool for Shop Vac Accessories

Why I reached for this attachment kit

I keep a bin of oddball adapters next to my shop vac, because every cleanup job seems to demand a different nozzle. The VACEXT kit promised something I’ve wanted for years: a single set of 1-1/4 inch tools backed by a universal adapter system that actually bridges the most common hose sizes (2-1/4, 1-7/8, 1-3/8, and 1-1/4 inches). After a few weeks of testing across household, car, and garage tasks, I can say it’s a thoughtful, workmanlike bundle that covers most of the niches where a standard utility nozzle falls short.

What’s in the kit

The kit centers around six 1-1/4 inch accessories:
- Horsehair dust brush
- Flexible crevice tool
- Rigid crevice tool
- Upholstery tool
- Utility nozzle with a removable plastic brush ring
- A brush/nozzle combination tool

VACEXT also includes a multi-piece adapter kit that steps between common hose diameters and interfaces for many popular upright and canister models. The total package is 11 pieces in black plastic, and everything nests into a small tote if you don’t have a caddy.

Setup and compatibility

I used the kit with three vacuums:
- A 2-1/4 inch Shop-Vac–style wet/dry vac
- A 1-3/8 inch compact shop vac
- A stick vacuum with 1-1/4 inch accessory ports

The included adapters covered all three. The 2-1/4 inch shop vacuum connected directly via the large cuff adapter and held well with a friction fit. On the 1-3/8 inch hose, the stepped reducer seated firmly and didn’t pop off under normal use. The stick vac took the 1-1/4 inch tools without an adapter.

Important caveat: this kit doesn’t fit Dyson, Bissell Featherweight Stick, Eureka Bagless Whirlwind, or Proluxe canister models. If you have a locking-tab style hose (common on some cordless and contractor vacs), the connection will still be friction-fit; I got a secure hold in most cases, but there’s no locking click. A single wrap of painter’s tape on the hose cuff gave me a snug, wobble-free connection on one particularly slick plastic cuff.

Performance at home

• Flexible crevice tool: This is the hero of the kit. It snakes into dryer vents, along fridge rails, behind radiators, and deep under low furniture. The material is supple enough to bend without kinking but stiff enough to guide. On a high-suction vac, very long or tight bends will reduce airflow; for heavy debris, the rigid crevice tool moves more volume. For lint, dust bunnies, pet hair, and crumbs, the flexible tool was exactly what I needed.

• Rigid crevice tool: Less glamorous, more airflow. I reached for it when cleaning baseboard edges, window tracks, and the car’s seat rails where gravel and larger grit show up. It handled heavier debris better than the flexible tool and never collapsed the airflow.

• Horsehair dust brush: Soft, dense bristles that won’t mar finishes. I used it on blinds, frames, lamp shades, bookshelves, and computer peripherals. It’s gentle enough for screens and keyboards if you keep the suction modest. Bristle retention was solid—no shedding during use—and the round opening lets you feather the angle to control contact.

• Upholstery tool: A simple, flat nozzle with a fabric-safe edge. It’s not a powered pet tool, but paired with decent suction it did a good job on sofa arms, cushions, and car seats. For stubborn pet hair, a quick pre-sweep with a rubber brush, then the upholstery tool, gave the best result.

• Utility nozzle with removable brush: I liked the option to pop the brush ring on for agitating grit in entryway mats and off for a smooth surface on stairs. The brush ring is plastic, not bristle, so think agitation rather than polishing.

• Brush/nozzle combo: Handy for quick dusting on shelves and vents when you don’t want to swap tools. It doesn’t replace the horsehair brush for delicate surfaces but speeds up everyday tidy-ups.

Across those tasks, the tools felt sized right for household use. They’re narrow enough to get into tight spaces but not so tiny that they slow you down.

Performance in the car and workshop

The flexible crevice tool shines in vehicles. It slips between seat bolsters, around seatbelt anchors, and along the console edge where crumbs and dog hair collect. The rigid crevice nozzle handles floor grit and the cargo area better. The upholstery tool worked well on cloth seats, and the utility nozzle with brush ring helped dislodge sand from rubber floor mats.

In the shop, I used the rigid crevice tool for clearing sawdust in miter saw tracks and the dust brush on benchtop tools where static-charged dust clings. Neither tool is a substitute for a dedicated dust collection hood, but they’re perfect for cleanup passes and maintenance.

Design and build quality

The plastics are mid-grade ABS: lighter than OEM contractor-grade tools, but not flimsy. Mold lines are clean, edges are rounded, and I didn’t find any flashing that would scratch surfaces. The flexible crevice tool material has a nice balance of resilience and memory—it returns to straight after bends.

The horsehair brush uses soft, natural bristles with a density that feels premium for the price point. The adapters are basic but thoughtfully sized; the stepped reducer is the workhorse, and the dedicated brand adapters make life easier if you’re mixing household and shop vacuums in one kit.

There’s no locking mechanism on the tools themselves, so they rely on friction. That’s a design tradeoff for universal fit, and it’s typical at this price and format.

Where it falls short

• Airflow on the flexible crevice tool: Long, narrow passages create resistance. On lower-powered vacuums, you’ll notice reduced pull at the tip, especially with bends. Use short, controlled passes or swap to the rigid crevice tool for heavier debris.

• No storage solution: The kit arrives loose. Keeping adapters together is a challenge unless you dedicate a pouch or bin.

• Locking compatibility: If your vacuum relies on twist-lock or button-lock tooling, expect to use friction or add a sleeve. It held fine for me, but high-torque moves (aggressive scrubbing on mats) can work a nozzle loose.

• Known incompatibilities: If you’re on certain stick or canister systems (noted earlier), this kit won’t be a drop-in.

Tips to get the best results

• For a snugger fit, wrap the hose cuff with a single turn of painter’s or friction tape before sliding on the adapter.
• Use the flexible crevice tool for lint and light debris; switch to the rigid crevice tool for sand, pebbles, and chips.
• Keep the brush ring on the utility nozzle for textured surfaces; remove it on delicate finishes to avoid scuffing.
• For dryer vent maintenance, power off the dryer first and work in short draw-and-withdraw strokes to avoid packing lint deeper.
• Groom the horsehair bristles with a fine comb after dusty jobs to keep them fluffy and effective.

Value

OEM accessory pricing can be hard to swallow, and brand ecosystems don’t always offer the specialty tools you want. This kit delivers a genuinely useful spread of attachments plus adapters that bridge most of the common hose diameters in home and shop vacuums. You could spend more on a single brand-specific pet tool than this whole set, and still not get the flexible crevice nozzle that ends up doing half the interesting jobs.

The tradeoff is straightforward: universal friction-fit convenience over brand-locking security. If that aligns with how you work, the value proposition is strong.

Who it’s for

• Homeowners who want to reach vents, under appliances, window tracks, and tight corners without buying brand-specific tools.
• Car owners and detailers who need a flexible crevice tool and a gentle dust brush in one bag.
• Shop users who want light-duty cleanup accessories to complement a wet/dry vac.

If your primary vacuum requires proprietary locking tools—or you’re on a brand the kit explicitly excludes—this won’t be the right choice.

Recommendation

I recommend the VACEXT kit. It covers a wide range of real-world cleaning tasks with a practical mix of nozzles and a genuinely useful adapter set. The flexible crevice tool expands what your vacuum can reach, the horsehair brush treats delicate surfaces properly, and the rigid tools move heavier debris efficiently. Build quality is appropriate for frequent household and car use, and while friction-fit connections aren’t as secure as lock-on systems, they were stable in my testing with a quick tape tweak where needed. If you want to extend the capabilities of a shop vac or give an older household vacuum a new lease on life, this kit is an easy, cost-effective upgrade.